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Avil 15mg Syrup 100ml

By SANOFI
100ml Syrup in Bottle
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Avil 15mg Syrup 100ml Description

Avil Syrup is a syrup formulation manufactured by Sanofi. Its generic name is pheniramine maleate. It is from the drug class of sedative antihistamine drugs. It is an H1 histamine receptor antagonist

. It works against the muscarinic cholinergic receptors and possesses an anaesthetic effect locally. Pheniramine is an alkylamine derivative of histamine (H1)receptor antagonists. It also has anticholinergic and sedative properties. It works by blocking histamine. A daily therapeutic dose of 3mg/Kg body weight should be maintained. Avil Syrup contains carbohydrates (equivalent to 1.75g glucose per 5ml or one measuring spoonful). So, ruling out diabetes is essential. It can cause children to hallucinate, restlessness, confusion, agitation, etc. It can cause adults to have gastrointestinal problems, dryness of the mouth (xerostomia), urine retention, anaphylaxis (allergic reactions), palpitation (increased heartbeat).

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Product Summary

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ContainsPheniramine Maleate
Uses Avil Syrup is used for the prevention, treatment, improvement and control of the following disease conditions:- Allergic rhinitis Itchy and runny nose Sneezing Eye irritation Motion sickness Hay fever Conjunctivitis Urticaria Pruritus Redness of skin Swelling of skin Eczema Neurodermatitis Rashes Cold Flu
Side effectsAllergic reactions (swelling of face, lips, rashes etc.) Excitation in children Blurred vision Closing of throat Hives Difficulty in urine passage Depression Dryness of the eyes (xerophthalmia) and nose Dizziness Drug abuse Dry mouth (xerostomia) Sedation Undesirable reactions Mental illness Ringing or buzzing in the ears Inability to concentrate Incoordination Lack of sleep Tremors Irregular heartbeat Headache Confusion Hallucination Restlessness Agitation
TherapyANTI-ALLERGIC
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uses

Uses of Avil 15mg Syrup 100ml

  • Allergic rhinitis
  • Itchy and runny nose
  • Sneezing
  • Eye irritation
  • Motion sickness
  • Hay fever
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Urticaria
  • Pruritus
  • Redness of skin
  • Swelling of skin
  • Eczema
  • Neurodermatitis
  • Rashes
  • Cold
  • Flu
contraindications

Contraindications of Avil 15mg Syrup 100ml

  • If you are allergic to Avil Syrup or its active ingredient.
  • If you are allergic to pheniramine, methyl hydroxybenzoate and propyl hydroxybenzoate
  • If you consume alcohol
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
  • If you have a respiratory disease
  • If you are on a CNS depressant
  • If you have a Kidney disease
  • If you have a Liver disease
  • If you have prostate hypertrophy
sideEffects

Side effects of Avil 15mg Syrup 100ml

  • Allergic reactions (swelling of face, lips, rashes etc.)
  • Excitation in children
  • Blurred vision
  • Closing of throat
  • Hives
  • Difficulty in urine passage
  • Depression
  • Dryness of the eyes (xerophthalmia) and nose
  • Dizziness
  • Drug abuse
  • Dry mouth (xerostomia)
  • Sedation
  • Undesirable reactions
  • Mental illness
  • Ringing or buzzing in the ears
  • Inability to concentrate
  • Incoordination
  • Lack of sleep
  • Tremors
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Headache
  • Confusion
  • Hallucination
  • Restlessness
  • Agitation
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Avil 15mg Syrup 100ml

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Avil Syrup during pregnancy?
A:
Avil Syrup is a category C drug which means it has potential side effects on the foetus and can be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek advice from an expert in cases of emergency. There are limited animal and human studies, It increases the chances of foetal abnormalities / congenital anomalies, so it can’t be said that it is safe for the foetus. The doctor will check the benefit to risk ratio before prescribing it to the pregnant female.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Avil Syrup while breastfeeding?
A:
Avil Syrup is safe to be taken while breastfeeding as it does not pass through mother’s milk in a significant amount that can affect the baby. But breastfed babies should be closely monitored as not many studies have been done, and minimal information is available. The doctor will check the benefit to risk ratio before prescribing it to the lactating female.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Avil Syrup?
A:
No, one should not drive while using Avil Syrup as it causes side effects that can affect the driving, such as sleepiness, dizziness, difficulty in concentration, fatigue. It decreases alertness and blood pressure while driving. It works on the CNS, which hinders the mental and physical being of the person. So, one should not perform activities that require mental alertness and physical strength, such as driving.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Avil Syrup?
A:
No, the patient should not consume alcohol with Avil Syrup as it intensifies the effect of drowsiness and dizziness.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • Before the doctors prescribe this medication, talk to them about your past and ongoing medical history. Some diseases can make you more susceptible to side effects or intensify the impact of side effe...
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  • Don’t take other medications with it.
  • If you develop chest tightness, wheezing, bad cough, bluish or greyish discolouration of the skin, swelling of face, lips etc.
  • In case of a regular dosage missing.
  • In case of overdose.
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Avil 15mg Syrup 100ml

How Does It Work?

Avil Syrup is an antiallergic medicine. It blocks the action of histamine by competing with the H1 receptor in the central nervous system. Reduction is the activity of H1 receptors in the central nerv...
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directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Avil 15mg Syrup 100ml

  • Avil Syrup should be taken in the same dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. Avil Syrup can be taken with or without food. It should be taken at a fixed time daily. Set the alarm to avoid missin...
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  • Children of 1-3 years of age should be given half spoonfuls of the syrup two to three times a day. Children of 4-12 years of age should be given one spoonful of the syrup two to three times a day. Adu...
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  • Before starting the medicine, check for glaucoma, high blood pressure, diabetes.
interactions

Interactions of Avil 15mg Syrup 100ml

Interactions with other medicines

  • Aminoglycoside antibiotics
  • Atropine
  • Aripiprazole lauroxil
  • Arsenic trioxide
  • Barbiturates
  • Hypnotics
  • Arformoterol
  • Aripiprazole
  • Monoamine oxidase inhibitor
  • Antazoline
  • Apomorphine
  • Narcoleptics
  • Opioids
  • Phenelzine
  • Sedatives
  • Amoxapine
  • Amphetamine
  • Anagrelide

Interactions with food items

  • Avil Syrup is advised not to be taken with alcohol, as avil syrup works on CNS and alcohol increases the effect of drowsiness. As such, no food interactions are reported with Avil Syrup.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Avil 15mg Syrup 100ml

Store Avil Syrup at room temperature, away from direct heat and light in a cool place. Do not freeze it and keep them away from pets and children.
dosage

Dosage of Avil 15mg Syrup 100ml

Overdose

Don’t take Avil Syrup more than the prescribed dose. Overdosing will not improve the symptoms; instead, it will lead to toxicity in the body. In addition, it can lead to severe side effects. In case o...
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Missed a Dose

If you have missed the dose of Avil Syrup, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is close to the duration of the next dose, then let it be. Take the next dose at the regular time. Do not take two ...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

DR. Pallavi Kaushik

BDS & Masters in Clinical Research

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Bhavika Shah

MBBS, MD (Dermatology), DNB (Dermatology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: Can Avil Syrup be used for itchy and runny nose and allergic rhinitis?

A: Yes, Avil Syrup can be used for itchy and runny nose and allergic rhinitis as it blocks the histamine release and relieves the symptoms. However, do not start, change or stop the dose of the medicine without consulting the doctor.

Q: For how many times Avil Syrup can be taken?

A: Avil Syrup can be taken upto thrice a day after consultation from the doctor.

Q: Can Avil Syrup cause sleep?

A: Yes, Avil Syrup has intense sleep-inducing effects, decreases alertness, and reduces blood pressure. So, one should not perform activities that require mental attention and physical strength, such as driving.
Last Updated on: 03 Jun 2022 | 11:48 AM (IST)

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